Our approach

MindSpring provides a blended approach, using offshore software development and support teams together with your onshore resources. This means that development requirements are captured with crucial local business understanding, and our partners know that the work meets both specifications and business objectives. Our partners leverage our core development skills in Microsoft, Open source, and Java technologies to help their end-users achieve their business goals.

The two main branches of our software engineering work are solutions (ecommerce and content management) and services (offshore software development).

Our services:

• Software development
• Application development
• Web development services (web design, e-commerce, portals)
• Specialist expertise in back-end programme builds
• Application development
• Ecommerce
• CRM
• Content management
• Search engine optimisation
• Social media integration
• SaaS transformation
• Website design and build
• Software testing
• Cloud enablement

Our partners leverage our core development skills in Microsoft, open source and Java technologies to help their end-users achieve their business goals.

So whether you require skill sets in .NET, MsSQL, PHP/MySQL, Linux, Ajax or Oracle – or any other current technology – our team is ready to perform to the highest standards.

We have solid experience in a range of verticals, including fashion, beauty-care, food and beverages, automotive, technology and logistics. Because we have worked with globally renowned brands and have a strong appreciation of how these industries work, we can quickly take on high-level software engineering responsibilities, adding value with best practices and knowledge of important trends.

The offshore advantage

In partnership with our highly regarded onshore partners, we are poised to meet demand from anywhere in the world. From custom builds and new system designs to tailored updates or overhauls of existing systems, we have the resources to deliver. We harness the skills of specialists in all relevant disciplines to provide flawless project management and quality control.

And of course, our approach is completely platform-agnostic, accommodating project- and industry-specific needs. We are as much at home in Java or .Net as in open source enterprise applications. What matters to us is what works best in a specific environment.

Why choose MindSpring?

We make it our business to gain a thorough understanding of your business challenges – and those of your customers. Whatever the project, however complicated, we keep everyone informed of what’s happening, every step of the way. A core aspect of our service is flexibility and willingness to adapt as needs change. And you can rest in the knowledge that all solutions are thoroughly researched and tested before implementation.

At MindSpring, we have amassed an impressive portfolio of successful enterprise class projects in demanding locations, building robust software systems with up-to-date tools and platforms. For example, we delivered an enterprise grade end-to-end HR solution to the port of Colombo – a complex task, and one that we completed on time and within budget.

Cost-effective enterprise application development

It’s important to us that your customers benefit from the full range of available software delivery options. We believe in delivering choice, flexibility and service that is local to the client, wherever they are. We leverage our considerable offshore delivery capacity to complement our partners’ onshore capabilities. The result? Technology investment that guarantees future savings and efficiencies.

The most compelling benefits of this way of working are scalability and the potential for cost arbitrage. And because we build ongoing dialogue and feedback into our way of working, all stakeholders are kept in the loop at all times, from initial discussions and advice through to application development, technical implementation, fine-tuning and support. It’s all about clear communication at every stage, delivering cost savings while building trust and minimising risk. And however big the project, we never lose the personal touch.

Take a look at a few of our strengths…

Tailored application development

We have significant experience in providing customised systems for enterprise. Starting with an overview of the big picture, taking into account business goals and the scope and limitations of existing systems, we source the best solution for the client. We cover all aspects of the software development cycle.

Ecommerce Systems

We have deep understanding of creating appealing and feature-rich store fronts across various business segments from beauty-care to art reproductions, high-end fashion, and gourmet tea. We’ve built ecommerce systems from the ground up and have customised shopping cart systems from CS Cart, Pinnacle, and Magento. Our domain understanding embraces cataloguing, shopping cart, payment gateways, order fulfilment, loyalty schemes and customer management.

Content Management Systems

We have developed enterprise content management systems for oil refineries, luxury car manufacturers, global computer manufacturers and sports businesses. Some of these systems were built from scratch, while others used customised content management systems from Wordpress, Joomla and Drupal. Our domain understanding spans authoring, publishing, life cycle management, workflow and user management.

Project support and rescue

MindSpring understands the value of ongoing dedicated support. In most cases, all that is needed is a regular check-in to assess how effectively software resources are performing, and whether any upgrades are needed. This is part of the MindSpring service, ensuring optimal performance long after the initial installation of a technology solution.

Sometimes, extra help is needed to get projects back on the right path. This is an area of our work that requires great sensitivity and a global overview of the problem. We have successfully rescued several significant projects through skilled code analysis and repurposing. These interventions have extended the life of the software and enhanced it for new business requirements – a winning result for all concerned.

Website development and build

Our expert developers and designers are adept at quickly creating successful, business-ready websites that meet all current standards and take into account the web’s rapidly changing interplay with new devices and platforms. From iPad apps to the mobile web, we have the answers.

Cloud solutions

Increasingly, we are asked to help businesses adapt to the new possibilities presented by the cloud. We sort through the complex options around the cloud, including the benefits and risks of public and private cloud models and the various cloud hosting providers. For scalability and flexibility, you can’t do better than to consult MindSpring about cloud opportunities.